Cheap Flights to Sydney
Flights to Sydney in 2021
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | May | Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop |
| Average price | £622 | Average for round-trip flights in June 2021 |
| Round-trip from | £623 | From London to Sydney Kingsford Smith |
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The cheapest ticket to Sydney found for each month in 2021 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.
When is the best time to fly to Sydney?
Average Sydney Kingsford Smith flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month.
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LON - SYD Price
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£594 - £1,106
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SYD Temperature
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0 - 24 °C
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SYD Rainfall
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84 - 160 mm
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Peak Season:
For an unforgettable experience, take a flight to Sydney during the Sydney Festival. It runs from just after New Year’s through January and brings over 100 events. It’s a great festival to experience, however to find the cheapest flights to Sydney you should book well in advance for the festival period. Also during the summer are yacht racing, surfing and other water-sport competitions. Australia Day is on the 26th of January, and is a great day of partying and patriotism.
Off Season:
Sydney has pleasant weather even during the cooler months of the year, with spring and autumn being great times to visit. Rain is more common in spring but it doesn’t linger for long, and it offers you the best chance of finding cheap flights to Sydney.
When is the best time to book a flight to Sydney?
Cheap flights to Sydney aren’t impossible to find, but generally due to the length of travelling involved they won’t ever be bargain prices. That said, if you book your flights to Sydney in advance, at least a few months, you’ll have a better chance of saving money. Flights to Sydney also tend to be cheaper between October and November, although this is only slightly. The best way to save money on your flight tickets when booking your flight is to be flexible on the dates you want to travel. Australia isn’t a cheap country to visit so any savings you can make on your flights will definitely help you out. Also, if you can, try to sit on the left hand side of the plane for stunning views of Sydney as you descend. This is weather dependent but the right hand normally just offers views of the ocean.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Sydney?
At the moment, Tuesday is the most economical day to take a flight to Sydney. Friday is likely to be the most costly.
What time of day is cheapest to fly to Sydney?
At the moment, flights in the evening are likely to offer the best value for money for your Sydney trip. A flight in the afternoon will more often than not be of higher cost.
How long is the flight to Sydney?
Flights from London (All airports) to Sydney – 22 hours 20 minutes
Flights from Manchester to Sydney – 22 hours 30 minutes
Flights from Birmingham to Sydney – 23 hours 30 minutes
Flights from Glasgow to Sydney – 23 hours 35 minutes
Which airlines operate flights to Sydney?
There are many airlines that operate flights to Sydney, such as British Airways, Air Canada and Qatar Airways. As it’s a very long journey, try to pick an airline that offers the best value for money, as flights to Sydney are never really cheap. British Airways for example offers complimentary food and beverages for the duration of their flights, but Qatar might offer comfier seats etc. Do you research and prepare for a solid 24 hours of travelling.
How to get from the airport to the city centre?
You can reach the city by train in just 13 minutes, and there are train stations at both International and Domestic terminals just in case you find yourself unsure of where to be. The International terminal is at the northern end and is accessible from the Arrivals area.
Alternatively you can jump on one of the many buses that operate to and from the airport. They are very regular and easy to navigate, however the train is the quicker option if you’re in a rush. Failing that, you could take a taxi or rent a car from the airport, however a taxi will be expensive and unless you plan to drive around a lot, car rentals can be an unnecessary burden.
What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney?
Most people fly into Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight to Sydney. Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 4.6 mi from Sydney’s city centre.
How popular are flights to Sydney this year?
This year has seen a 76% decrease in flight searches for Sydney.
